2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1996 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (152 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Rasheen.
Because 1996 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1996 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Sprinter | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2440 mm |
